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Discussion in 'Filipino/Asian Food Suppliers' started by Anon220806, Mar 22, 2014.

  1. Anon220806
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    Anon220806 Well-Known Member

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    A new Filipino foodstore has opened locally to us. We blinked and it had arrived, without us knowing, just a few minutes walk away. So we now have 4 such stores within a few minutes walk or a 10 minute drive.

    The Mrs bought some of those funny bananas today (yuk), that look like bananas but have no taste. She puts them in the microwave. She calls them Saba. I think some call them plantain.
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  2. Timmers
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    I take it then there is a large population of Filipinos in the IOM, why is that?
  3. Anon220806
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    ~ 2000 in a total population of 70000.

    Not completely sure why. They are certainly the dominant ethnic minority here. Quite a few work in Tesco and M and S. But a lot work in the care sector and hospital. Bearing in mind the IOM operates a work permit system, I think they like the Filipino work ethic here.
  4. Timmers
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    Well that's good to hear, what do you mean the IOM operates a work permit system?

    Does that make it easier or harder for them to find a work placement there?
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    I think it works like this. If there is a job going then Manx Workers, if they are available or where available if they want the job, get first shot ( so first off that excludes people from the UK ). The next off are those within the EEA. Finally those from outside Britain, the EEA and Isle of Man get a shot at the work. Anyone who isn't a Manx Worker requires a work permit unless they are married to a Manx Worker.

    I work here under a work permit.

    The Isle of Man enjoys pretty close to full employment so for those jobs the locals do not want to do, they have to hire from outside the Isle of Man. I am not certain but my understanding is that Filipinos are well thought of here and so you work the rest out for yourself...

    http://www.whereyoucan.com/ibweb/res/pdf/pdf/Living and Working - Digital.pdf
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  6. Timmers
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    Sounds a very fair system to me, one which should be but in place throughout the UK. Good that the Filipinos like it there too. Big difference between the IOM and the Philippines.

    Must be good for the good lady to see one or two of her kabayan too.
  7. Anon220806
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    Indeed. It protects the local workforce.

    Yep. Nice for the Mrs. Its like little Manila here sometimes.
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    Saba con yelo (banana on ice) is yummy! Well in a sweet Filipino kind of way. The banana itself is bland but if you mix it with some syrup, tapioca, ice and milk, it's the perfect summer dessert :)
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    Nice tip. Thanks.

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